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FD56 HCH

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

119,466 mi
Last recorded119,466 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD56 HCH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2024 119,466 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 110,997 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 103,158 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 101,002 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 100,170 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 98,895 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 96,650 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 93,988 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 90,933 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 88,388 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 84,645 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 81,180 miles

N/S/R PARKING BRAKE EFFORT REDUCED.REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODING.

Fail 11 Dec 2013 81,180 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

N/S/R PARKING BRAKE EFFORT REDUCED.REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODING.

Pass 2 Nov 2012 69,329 miles

N/S/R PARKING BRAKE EFFORT REDUCED.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2011 52,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 32,420 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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FD56 HCH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 80,398 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD56 HCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD56 HCH registered?

FD56 HCH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is FD56 HCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD56 HCH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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